Day: June 10, 2025

Manila: With the back-to-school season prompting increased travel, AirAsia Philippines has called on passengers to maintain precautionary measures against mpox during their journeys. “AirAsia Philippines is reminding all passengers to observe proper hygiene amid ongoing health precautions related to mpox,” the airline stated, emphasizing the importance of vigilance. According to Philippines News Agency, the airline has advised travelers to frequently wash their hands, practice proper coughing and sneezing etiquette, and use alcohol-based hand sanitizers, particularly after disembarking. This guidance comes as a preventive measure amidst health advisories issued by authorities. On June 7, the Department of Health (DOH) urged the

Malaca±ang: President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has mandated a comprehensive investigation into the operations of the Siquijor Island Power Cooperative (SIPCO) as the province continues to experience power outages. According to Philippines News Agency, the directive is a response to the ongoing energy crisis in Siquijor, which is exacerbated by water shortages and economic challenges faced by the residents. Palace Press Officer Claire Castro announced that the President has already called upon outgoing Energy Secretary Raphael Lotilla and Acting Secretary Sharon Garin to address the pressing situation. The President has tasked relevant government agencies to act promptly. ‘Nagbigay na rin

Manila: The Department of Agriculture (DA) announced that the National Food Authority (NFA) could potentially acquire the capability to procure 30 percent of the country’s total palay (unhusked rice) output, contingent upon the restoration of its key operational powers. According to Philippines News Agency, the DA aims to propose to the members of the forthcoming 20th Congress, scheduled to convene in late July, the reinstatement of NFA’s authority to sell non-aging rice stocks as a measure to stabilize market conditions. Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. emphasized that restoring this function is crucial to shielding local farmers from exploitative traders,

Manila: Malaca±ang on Tuesday urged individuals accusing Bureau of Immigration (BI) Commissioner Joel Viado of wrongdoings to submit concrete evidence, not just anonymous complaints or so-called white papers. During a press briefing, Palace Press Officer Claire Castro emphasized that while the Department of Justice (DOJ) will investigate the anonymous letter, as ordered by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., supporting evidence would strengthen the complaint. According to Philippines News Agency, the letter, dated June 2 and received by Malaca±ang, accused Viado of improper handling of cases involving Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGOs), which were banned by Marcos last year, and the

Los Angeles: The Philippine Consulate General in Los Angeles confirmed on Tuesday that a Filipino national was arrested during an immigration operation conducted by United States authorities in Los Angeles, California. Consul General Adelio Angelito Cruz disclosed that the individual, who had been previously sentenced for theft and rape, was apprehended at his residence. According to Philippines News Agency, Cruz clarified in an interview with GMA News that the arrest was not part of the widely publicized raids that took place, mostly at a home depot center. Instead, the arrest was a result of operations conducted by the Immigration and